The speaker reflects on the expectations placed on LeBron James as a high school player and notes the poise and professionalism he demonstrated throughout his career. They also discuss the expectations surrounding Tim Duncan and his reputation as a winner in the NBA.
Bill Simmons and Ryen Russillo discuss potential NBA playoff matchups and the 2011 NBA draft before redrafting the top 10 selections.
Despite Steph Curry's incredible playoff performance, the Golden State Warriors lost game six at home, which is not the championship performance expected.
The Miami team is focusing on how they can use Ben Simmons' weaknesses to their advantage in the upcoming playoffs, studying his game and finding ways to make him do things he's uncomfortable with. The team's approach shows their dedication to preparing for each opponent and making the most of their strengths.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the impact of Kyrie Irving on NBA teams and explore data points that suggest his addition can have a negative effect.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have been struggling with their defense and are likely to focus on improving it during playoffs, despite their successful games against other teams.